CHANGE - 2

II Corinthians 6:17

Wherefore, come out from among them, and be ye separate saith the LORD, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you.

CHANGE YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Many new Christians are in environments that are unhealthy and filled with uncleanness. They think that they are able to withstand the wickedness and bring others to Christ through their witness. The truth is that they will, in time, become re-absorbed into the environment, becoming like they were before they were saved.

We are to be separate from the things that are contrary to the mind and way of Christ. We are to be separate unto the LORD, leaving those things behind that draw the soul away from GOD. Another way to think about this, is that the Christian needs the fellowship of other Christians, in order to grow in the love and knowledge of JESUS.  Living and studying the Word of the LORD increases the strength of the person in their relationship with JESUS. 

Life in Christ JESUS is based on relationship with JESUS and fellowship with other believers; both of which lead to growth. The Scripture also states that we are not to be "unequally yoked with unbelievers" therefore, we are to commit ourselves to the community of those who worship JESUS and study His Word. All this builds us up into the head of the body which is Christ JESUS the LORD.

BE YE TRANSFORMED BY THE RENEWING OF YOUR MIND